Picture Books for the Winter Holidays

The beloved All-of-a-Kind Family comes to life in a picture book perfect for younger readers. Join the five sisters back in 1912, on the Lower East Side of NYC, and watch as preparations for Hanukkah are made.

This dazzling Christmas poem by Maya Angelou is powerful and inspiring for people of all faiths.

In this beautiful, deeply moving poem, Maya Angelou inspires us to embrace the peace and promise of Christmas, so that hope and love can once again light up our holidays and the world.

A reimagined and modern take on the holiday favorite, this picture book weaves together the classic Christmas tale of The Nutcracker and the true-life story of 12-year-old ballerina Charlotte Nebres, the first Black girl to play Marie in the New York City Ballet’s production.

The Christmasaurus is a dinosaur who lives with Santa Claus and his elves at the North Pole. More than anything, he wants to fly with Santa’s reindeer on Christmas Eve! But no matter how hard he tries, he can’t seem to figure out how to fly. . . .

A perfect gift for the holiday season, no matter what you celebrate!

I am a mix of two traditions.
From Daddy Christmas and Hanukkah Mama.
How lucky am I?

Who doesn’t want Christmas to last forever? Well, the tree ornaments certainly do and they plan on escaping their storage boxes for a year-round Christmas at the North Pole! But a surprise guest disrupts their grand escape, teaching them that perhaps family is the true magic of the holiday.

A warm and yummy Hanukkah-themed picture book about the joys of coming together to celebrate with family and food.

Elmore the Moose is back in a sweet and hilarious Christmas story about believing in yourself, even when under pressure.

A hilarious and heartwarming Christmas story about a moose who wants to be one of Santa’s reindeer. This charming picture book comes from the comic minds of the the duo that brought you I Don’t Want to Be a Frog and Don’t Eat Bees.

A festive nochebuena treat for little ones who believe in the magic of Christmas (and the deliciousness of cake)!

Celebrate friendship, giving, and the true meaning of Christmas with Everett Green, the palm tree with plenty of personality!

From the award-winning author and illustrator of Standing in the Need of Prayer comes a joyous picture book about an intergenerational Black family cooking a delicious feast and appreciating their quality time together.

Jim Panzee, our favorite grumpy monkey, is feeling like quite the Scrooge this holiday season!

Join Dr. Seuss’s beloved character Horton the elephant as he discovers the joys and traditions of Hanukkah with help from the Whos!

Life isn’t always easy—even for Santa Claus! In this hilarious picture book, Santa realizes that happiness is something found within when he tries working different professions. A perfect Christmas gift or stocking stuffer with a subtle message about self-acceptance!

Newbery Medal–winning author Cynthia Rylant and Caldecott Honor-winning, bestselling illustrator Christian Robinson pair up to tell this wintry story about five little penguins enjoying a snowy day.

Celebrate Christmas with Mistletoe, a mouse who makes the perfect gift for her best friend from #1 New York Times bestselling author-illustrator.

Mr. Willowby’s Christmas Tree has been a holiday favorite since 1963. Now, its generations of fans can read a new Mr. Willowby story, thanks to the discovery of a long lost manuscript and sketches by the creator Robert Barry, lovingly brought to life in a thrilling new picture book.

A punny holiday tale about a snazzy and pizzazz-y Christmas ornament who tries to find the tree that’s right for him—from the author of the New York Times bestselling Can I Be Your Dog? series. Perfect for Christmas stockings and on-the-go reading!

Join one Black family on their journey to discover what Santa looks like in this joyous tale celebrating identity, family and holiday cheer!

A beautifully illustrated, rollicking read-aloud about forest animals who are caught—literally up to their ears and antlers—in a snowstorm.

A holiday picture book from award-winning author/illustrator Lane Smith that features the woodland character, Stickler, who wanders the forest delivering Christmas presents. In a picture book that’s both silly and sweet, readers will be inspired by this story of holiday kindness.

A warm and yummy Hanukkah-themed picture book about the joys of coming together to celebrate with family and food.

A perfect introduction to Kwanzaa, this book will teach children all about the traditions and practices that make it a special winter holiday.

This Christmas, families can read a heartfelt holiday story about a lonely little tree that learns what it means to be loved—with a powerful message to children that they are perfect just as they are.

This final, magnificent picture book from three-time Coretta Scott King Award winner and Newbery Honor author Patricia McKissack is a poignant and uplifting celebration of the joy of giving.